Analytical Scientist, Chromatography

The Analytical Scientist, Chromatography will join a cross-functional team that is involved in analyzing fermentation substrates, active cultures and fermentation substrates, active cultures and fermentation products for the production of sustainable fuels and chemicals. The key activities for this position include leading research, design, development, testing and implementation of analytical measurements critical for fermentation, synthetic biology and process and product validation. This position will report directly to the Analytical Director.

Identification and development of new and improved analytical methodologies for fermentation broth, starting materials, products and biologic organisms which directly contribute to improved fermentation, process validation and new and improved biological syntheses

Lead projects using GC, GC-MS and reverse phase HPLC as primary tools making use of a variety of sampling techniques including SPE, SPME, absorbents and gas sampling

Provide analytical team leadership with globally located multi-disciplinary projects for delivering high quality, timely, analytical data which help solve complex problems through the interaction with molecular biologists, bioprocess scientists and engineers both within company and on-site at commercial business partner and customer locations

Drive continuous improvement in methods to improve accuracy, throughput and reduce hands on time, investigate and benchmark worldwide best methodologies

Conduct feasibility experiments as needed to ensure the most appropriate analytical techniques are implemented to support project requirements

Participate and develop ongoing mentoring and other leadership skills with company team members

Author and review SOPs for laboratory analyses and maintenance of analytical instruments

PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related physical science or the equivalent in industry relevant experience

For a PhD, minimum of 5 years demonstrated hands on experience with development, validation, standardization and upkeep of quantitative analytical methods for GC, GCMS and HPLC preferably in an industrial research environment related to biotechnology, chemicals, oil and gas, or renewable energy

Crystal MeeksSr. Technical Recruiter

Our Industrial Laboratory Recruitment Team specializes in placing candidates at all levels of the chemical development cycle from Laboratory Technicians to Executive Leadership in Research. I joined CPS in 2011 as a full cycle recruiter and have expertise in the following areas:

My recruitment philosophy encompasses the belief that people are the greatest asset in an organization. Finding the right fit is not only about the technology. It is about how an employee fits within an organization's culture and ensuring that both parties can add value to each other immediately and in the future.

If you have interest in finding an opportunity that aligns with your career goals, or if you are a hiring manager looking for talent that can add value to your organization, I would love to hear from you!